Senior Cyber Engineer

VulnU; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 166,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

401(k) Plan

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Senior Cyber Engineer to lead cybersecurity and systems engineering efforts across multiple Space Force programs. You will define security objectives, develop requirements, and support accreditation activities across diverse mission areas.

The role emphasizes risk management, threat mitigation, and cybersecurity readiness within a high-stakes environment. On-site positions are available in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or Information Security/Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 10+ years of system security experience across multiple cybersecurity domains.
• DoD 8140-compliant cybersecurity certifications.
• Experience leading cybersecurity teams and programs.
• Willing to travel ~20% and to obtain TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide cybersecurity systems engineering support across architecture, configuration management, and security assessments.
• Engineer and monitor security measures for cyberspace systems throughout the development lifecycle.
• Review and design security architecture for next generation space missions and recommend improvements.
• Identify and define system security requirements and develop cybersecurity designs aligned with mission objectives.
• Assess risks and coordinate mitigations in line with security directives.
• Provide cybersecurity expertise during critical decision points and participate in TRR activities.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Threat analysis

Risk management

Security architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or security field

Job description

# Senior Cyber EngineerThe Aerospace Corporation · aerospace.orgCategory: Security EngineeringLocation: Colorado Springs, CO · El Segundo, CALevel: SeniorSalary: $166,400 – $249,600Clearance: TS/SCIThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers’ portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.As the Senior Cyber Engineer on the Enterprise Mission Infrastructure and Platform (EMIP) team, you will be responsible for providing matrixed technical and programmatic leadership and support across multiple Space Force program offices such as Battlefield Management Command, Control, Communications, and Space Intelligence (BMC3I), Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI), the Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), among others. This role provides critical accreditation, cyber security, and systems engineering support for our various customers and users along with acquisition planning and execution support for their current and future needs across all classification levels. You will facilitate the definition of security objectives, develop system security requirements and verification methods, and support mission-critical engineering decisions by providing a cybersecurity-informed perspective. Your work will ensure that security objectives, protection needs, assurance requirements, and risk management strategies are clearly defined, implemented, and validated. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facilities in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA.What You’ll Be DoingProvide comprehensive cybersecurity systems engineering support to government and contracted personnel in the areas of architecture, configuration management, security assessments, and navigating accreditation issues/concernsEngineer, implement and monitor security measures for the protection of cyberspace systems, networks and information throughout the system development lifecycleReview and design security architecture for next generation space mission systems and provide recommendations on security improvements to the system's baselineIdentify and define system security requirements and develop detailed cybersecurity designs that align with mission objectivesIdentify and recommend strategies for mitigation and/or removal of ground and space cybersecurity vulnerabilitiesParticipate in risk management activities to ensure cybersecurity risks are evaluated and effective mitigations applied in accordance with security directivesProvide cybersecurity expertise in support of critical decision points and provide ground truth assessments of security events/activities and postureReview cybersecurity test procedures for requirements satisfaction, including participation in Test Readiness Review activities and witnessing of test eventsWhat You Need to be Successful:Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer - Cyber Security & Cloud Computing Architecture:Bachelor's degree in STEM or in Information Security/Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related subject area10 or more years of system security experience across multiple cybersecurity domains (applications security, defensive cyber operations, vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering, network security, embedded systems security) with proven track record of delivering mission-critical security solutionsCyber Security certification(s) meeting DoD 8140 requirementsDemonstrated experience leading cybersecurity teams and programs, with the ability to analyze complex problems and deliver effective solutions in high pressure environments that directly impact mission successExperience defining and analyzing threat/vulnerability likelihood, coupled with mission impact, to determine riskWilling to travel occasionally to work location or customer site approx. 20% of the time if requiredThis position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, with ability to obtain Special Access (SAP), which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearanceHow You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering.Multiple cybersecurity certification (CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, C|EH, SANS, etc.)Understanding of satellite system design and technology along with the challenges associated with securing them.Experience with Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) planning and implementation.Experience with various cloud offerings and services (AWS, Azure, VMWare, and other relevant technologies).Experience developing technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks.We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.(Min - Max)$166,400.00 - $249,600.00Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership CompetenciesOur leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:Operate StrategicallyLead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our EmployeesDuring your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:Comprehensive health care and wellness plansPaid holidays, sick time, and vacationStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hireFlexible spending accountsVariable pay program for exceptional contributionsRelocation assistanceProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your careerEducation assistance programsAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respectWe are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.Equal Opportunity CommitmentThe Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.